Hydrologist at AER working on GIS and remote sensing for groundwater-dependent ecosystem mapping. Collaborating with the AGS and applying advanced hydrology knowledge for Alberta's oil sands regions.
Responsibilities
Assess hydrological interactions between groundwater and surface water in Alberta’s oil sands regions and process remote sensing datasets to support groundwater-dependent ecosystem mapping.
Apply remote sensing expertise to process and interpret multispectral, thermal, and Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) imagery and related derivative products in support of hydrologic assessment and groundwater dependent ecosystem mapping.
Integrate data and knowledge on surficial and Quaternary geology, and hydrogeological mapping to support delineation of groundwater-dependent ecosystems.
Prepare and deliver presentations and reports for the AGS, external collaborators, and project stakeholders.
Compile, organize and manage data from a variety of sources (e.g., remote sensing, hydrometric, precipitation, chemistry/isotope, and groundwater monitoring data) to support project objectives and deliverables.
Create groundwater-dependent ecosystem maps at publication quality with various climate, surface water, and groundwater related information in an ArcGIS environment.
Requirements
B.Sc. in remote sensing, hydrology, engineering, geography, or a related discipline; an M.Sc. or Ph.D. is considered an asset.
5-7 years of relevant industry, academia, or government engineering, remote-sensing or geoscience experience.
Prior experience quantifying groundwater-surface water interaction using remote sensing, isotope hydrology, field-based methods, or analytical techniques.
Possess a strong working knowledge of remote sensing methods and data sources.
Knowledge of the hydrology, hydrogeology, and geology of the Alberta oil sands areas is considered an asset.
Proficient in ArcGIS, geostatistical analysis, and image processing software.
Familiarity with a variety of programming languages (Python, R, Google Earth Engine, ENVI).
Experience with numerical and analytical solutions in hydrology and associated software.
Strong written and oral communication skills to communicate moderately complex earth observation concepts, practices, or approaches to scientific audiences.
Collaborative team player who values developing relationships and sharing ideas and knowledge with others.
Benefits
Health spending account (HSA)
Vacation entitlement available from your first day
Flexible work options and hours, aligned with organizational policies
Biology intern supporting Arcadis ecological assessments, permitting, and field surveys. Collecting environmental data and contributing to technical reporting across Ontario.
General Utility Worker cleaning and sanitizing kitchenware, equipment, and lodge facilities at Aramark’s remote oilsands site. Supporting safe, orderly food - service operations near Fort McMurray.
Part - time retail shift leader supervising Canna Cabana cannabis store operations. Leading sales, customer service, staff direction, compliance, and inventory management.
IT fulfilment coordinator managing telecom - focused IT requests, procurement, asset tracking, vendors, and project financials. Supporting reliable technology services across The Salvation Army in Canada.
Part - time Retail Shift Leader supporting store operations at Canna Cabana, Canada’s largest cannabis retail chain. Supervising staff, customers, sales targets, KPIs, and inventory.
Personal Care Specialist supporting Cencora’s Canadian patient services and pharma commercialization business. Processing prior authorizations, insurance verification, financial assistance, and specialty pharmacy referrals.
Technical specialist optimizing precast refractory solutions for RHI Magnesita’s North American industrial customers. Supporting field assessments, manufacturing, trials, product development, and sustainability initiatives.
General Utility Worker maintaining cleanliness, sanitation, food stations, and inventory at LandSea’s remote BC workforce camps. Supporting safe, well - serviced accommodations for onsite crews.
Field Safety Specialist advising Grainger customers on safety improvements and MRO solutions. Coaching sellers and driving workplace safety implementations across British Columbia.